Sen. Kurt Fevella

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution asks the State of Hawaii to start planning a collaboration with Japanese partners to honor the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in 2025. The bill specifically focuses on commemorating the lives lost in the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, as well as the thousands of Hawaii residents who died during the war. It directs the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to design a memorial that could be gifted to Japan to reinforce the shared commitment to peace and mutual respect between the two nations. The resolution serves as a formal request rather than a law, instructing state officials to coordinate with Japanese counterparts on how best to mark this historical milestone.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution urges the Office of Enterprise Technology Services to enhance Hawaii's Open Data Portal by adding more data sets, consolidating all state department data onto a single platform, and ensuring the information is regularly updated for accuracy. The bill directly affects the Office of Enterprise Technology Services, the Chief Data Officer, and the heads of all state departments by requesting they collaborate to improve data accessibility and usability for the public. It calls for the office to study successful open data portals used by other states and cities to guide these improvements. Ultimately, the resolution aims to make government data more transparent and easier for residents, analysts, and developers to access and use.

Maddy summaryThis bill urges the Hawaii Department of Transportation to install speed bumps and speed limit signs on Kapolei Parkway between Kapolei High School and Kapolei Middle School. The legislation aims to address safety concerns by reducing speeding traffic in an area where accidents and fatalities are a known issue. It does not mandate the installation but formally requests the action to protect pedestrians and residents in the community.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses support for Taiwan's participation as an observer in several international organizations, including the World Health Organization and the International Civil Aviation Organization. It also encourages the U.S. Trade Representative to begin negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement with Taiwan and highlights the economic ties between the two regions. Additionally, the bill commemorates the 31st anniversary of Hawaii's sister-state relationship with Taiwan and the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act. As a Senate resolution, it serves as a formal statement of position rather than a law that imposes new requirements.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution asks the state legislature to create a task force to study ways to lower costs and increase benefits for residents when using state funds for public mass transit projects. The group, co-led by transportation committee chairs and including state officials, will review successful transit initiatives from other cities and countries to develop specific recommendations. The task force is set to operate until June 30, 2027, and must submit its final report and any proposed laws to the legislature before the next regular session begins.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution urges the Department of Accounting and General Services to create a recycling program for all offices at the Hawaii State Capitol. The bill specifically requests that the program prioritize the collection of HI-5 recyclable items to help manage waste within the state government. As a Senate resolution, this document serves as a formal recommendation rather than a law that directly mandates changes or imposes penalties.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests the Hawaiʻi Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to create an educational program that helps individuals understand which personal habits contribute most to climate change. The program aims to clarify common misconceptions about lifestyle choices, such as recycling or diet, by highlighting actions with the highest impact on carbon emissions. It specifically asks the commission to use printed materials and to work with the Department of Health to distribute this information to the public. As a non-binding request, the bill does not mandate funding or enforce specific actions but serves to encourage the commission to focus on individual behavior in its climate education efforts.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution asks the Department of Land and Natural Resources to find suitable locations within state parks for installing water-bottle filling stations. The request specifically targets sites that already have the necessary water hookups and considers multiple spots in larger parks to support visitors who use refillable bottles. By identifying these locations, the state aims to reduce plastic waste and lower costs associated with recycling single-use containers. The resolution directs the department to submit a list of potential sites to the Board of Land and Natural Resources for further review.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Health to investigate and create policies that reduce the importation of products containing PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals." The bill directly affects the state's health agency and aims to limit the entry of items like packaging and materials that carry these persistent toxic substances. It highlights concerns that PFAS can contaminate water and harm human health, noting that while federal rules address drinking water levels, there are no current mandates to stop their use in everyday goods. By requesting an investigation, the resolution seeks to establish state-level measures to prevent these chemicals from entering the local environment and food chain.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution asks the Hawaii State Energy Office and the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to create a plan for implementing waste-to-energy technology across the state. The goal is to reduce reliance on landfills and generate renewable energy by converting municipal solid waste into power. Agencies are required to submit their findings and recommendations to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2026 regular session begins.